Rated 89 Points or Higher

In 2018, Claux expresses its customary aromatics of tar, soot and blackberry which inevitably remind us of the array of aromas in a good Barolo: it’s all in the terroir.

The Domaine Hoffmann-Jayer Echezeaux Grand Cru Echezeaux du Dessus appears a dark, dense ruby color in the glass. Black fruit on the nose is dominated by notes of violets and peonies. Initially closed, but a little oxygenation... Read More

At first glance, the Perrières represent the typical Corton, which has been described extensively: austere, slow to mature, tannic. This impression needs to be qualified, as the wine seems to have multiple facets: straightforward,... Read More

A historic and emblematic wine from Domaine Ponsot, the grapes come from old vines located 2/3 in the original Clos de la Roche climate and 1/3 at the foot of the hill in the Clos des Monts-Luisants. The Grand Cru Clos de la... Read More

Brunello Fuligni Regular is refined for four years as per regulation, two and a half (sometimes three) of which are in wood. It has the characteristics of a long-living wine, but, unlike the Riserva, it is ready to drink. An elegant... Read More

The estate produces one to three barrels from each Cru. This provides the biggest technical challenge, since each barrel needs to be perfect, from selection, through aging, to bottling: there is no blending to cover up even the... Read More

The Opus One 2018 offers profuse aromas of blackberry, cassis and black cherry. Elegant notes of violets, white pepper and rose petals follow and together they deliver a very seductive bouquet. The seamlessly layered flavors build... Read More

From a vineyard planted at 1500 ft elevation, meter by meter so the vines are incredibly dense, on a site that is at a 30 degree slope, this wine shows an intensity that comes from its origins. Lively and energetic, the blue and... Read More

The inaugural 2018 vintage of the Schrader Heritage Clone is bursting with ripe black and purple fruit. Hailing from the N2S block in To Kalon Vineyard, this wine is dense and bright with an excellent palate and fine-grained tannins.... Read More

Eleven Confessions Vineyard is 33 acres located in the cool Santa Rita Hills appellation. We planted 22 acres in 2001, primarily Syrah and Grenache, but also some Roussanne and a tiny bit of Viognier and Petite Sirah. The other... Read More

Since its debut with the 2004 vintage, ASTERISK Proprietary Red represents the second selection from SLOAN ESTATE, showcasing an alternate yet elegant and compelling expression of the terroir. Charming and bold, it is made from... Read More